Senior Java Developer

WPS Health Solutions New • Madison, WI

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Our Senior Java Developer partners with colleagues to deliver enhancements and new features for our self-service and customer service applications for our Government Services - Tricare business line. This developer leads the design, creation, deployment, and maintenance for system solutions. They will mentor junior developers and ensure the scalability, performance, and security of enterprise-level applications.

Requirements

• US. citizenship is required for this position due to Department of Defense restrictions.
• Bachelor’s Degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and/or related work experience.
• 5 or more years of experience in application development, implementation, and support, with a wide range of software architectures, platforms and tools including: Service Oriented Architecture, Software as a Service, Web Services, Java, messaging systems, JavaScript, HTML, etc.
• Demonstrated experience with object-oriented development (OOP/OOD), using Java programing languages, JEE and popular libraries (Spring, Apache Commons, SLF4j), and Java Application Servers (e.g., JBoss, WebSphere, Tomcat).
• Strong knowledge of web services (REST/JSON, SOAP/XML), JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Next, MUI, TypeScript), and relational databases (e.g., MS SQL, DB2).
• Experience with Agile methodologies, cloud web services, containers, and tools like IntelliJ, Git, ADO repositories, and development/testing tools (e.g., Bruno).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and communication skills with ability to explain technical information to non-technical audiences.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems.
• Experience with WPS systems, tools, processes and business lines.
• Wired (ethernet cable) internet connection from your router to your computer
• High speed cable or fiber internet
• Minimum of 10 Mbps downstream and at least 1 Mbps upstream internet connection (can be checked at https://speedtest.net )

Responsibilities

• Acting as a technical liaison between business stakeholders and the development team.
• Collaborating with architecture, security, and operations teams to deliver solutions that align with the organization's strategic goals.
• Analyzing requirements and prepare specifications and documentation in accordance with departmental standards.
• Designing, developing, testing, and integrating applications ensuring adherence to defined Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Change Control processes.
• Translating technical concepts into business terminology ensuring effective communication between IT and clients.
• Partnering with Quality Assurance teams to validate and test applications.
• Coordinating and communicating development activities with other teams, including database management, infrastructure, security, and quality assurance.
• Conducting design, code and technical document reviews to support quality, accuracy, maintainability, scalability, and secure development practices.
• Contributing to documentation of system functionality, service configurations, and development standards.
• Providing mentorship and guidance to junior developers and promote knowledge sharing and cross-team collaboration to ensure alignment with enterprise development and security practices.
• Providing and contribute to 24/7 production support for applications to minimize downtime and maximize customer satisfaction.

Benefits

• Remote and hybrid work options available
• Performance bonus and/or merit increase opportunities
• 401(k) with a 100% match for the first 3% of your salary and a 50% match for the next 2% of your salary ( 100% vested immediately )
• Competitive paid time off
• Health insurance, dental insurance, and telehealth services start DAY 1
• Professional and Leadership Development Programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level